Welcome to the St Mary's Swim School

Homeportal - click here for our Swim School Homeportal for parents and guardians.

Enrolment Form - click here for our Swim School Enrolment Form.

Timetable - click here for our Swim School Timetable.

 

About our Swim School

We believe learning to swim is a necessary skill and rewarding experience. Our vision incorporates opportunities for your child to achieve lifesaving skills or progress to St Mary’s Development Squad which is the pinnacle of our Swim School programme.

Lessons begin with Duckling classes for parents and children from the age of 3. These are followed by our main Swim School stages 1 to 10 for ages 4+. All swim stages have low pupil to teacher ratios which are designed to enhance learning experience, with maximum class sizes of 8 students for Stages 1-10.

All children are required to have a short swimming assessment which is conducted by one of our qualified ASA Level 2 Swimming Teachers and are free of charge. Booking is flexible throughout the week and the assessment lasts approximately 15 minutes, after which we will be able to advise you on the appropriate stage for your child. Please contact us on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further information.

 

Stages Information 

Ducklings: It’s never too soon to start! Our foundation programme encourages parents to share ‘confidence time’ in the water with their little ones. Suitable for children 3 years old. An enjoyable experience with a  qualified teacher learning the basic motor skills and having lots of fun as they start their learn-to-swim journey in preparation to move onto the ASA stages.

Swim England Stages 1 - 10: These stages develop basic safety awareness and stroke technique incorporating all the disciplines of competitive swimming. For ages 4+ see your child progress in to a competent and confident swimmer which will lead to a habitual healthy lifestyle.

Junior Aqua Development: Aimed at developing the stamina, fitness and skills required to swim competitively. For those with Stage 10+. This session is no longer invitation only, however an assessment will need to be conducted prior to admittance to the Junior Development Squad. 

 

Exclusion Dates 2025


SEPTEMBER
Sunday 1st

OCTOBER
Wednesday 23rd • Thursday 24th • Saturday 26th • Sunday 27th • Wednesday 30th • Thursday 31st 

NOVEMBER
Saturday 2nd • Sunday 3rd

DECEMBER
Wednesday 25th • Thursday 26th • Saturday 28th • Sunday 29th

JANUARY
Wednesday 1st • Thursday 2nd • Saturday 4th • Sunday 5th

FEBRUARY
Wednesday 19th • Thursday 20th • Saturday 22nd • Sunday 23rd

APRIL
Wednesday 9th • Thursday 10th • Saturday 12th • Sunday 13th • Wednesday 16th • Thursday 17th • Saturday 19th • Sunday 20th

MAY
Wednesday 28th • Thursday 29th • Saturday 31st

JUNE
Sunday 1st

JULY
Wednesday 23rd • Thursday 24th • Saturday 26th • Sunday 27th • Wednesday 30th • Thursday 31st

AUGUST
Sunday 2nd • Sunday 3rd • Wednesday 6th • Thursday 7th
Saturday 9th • Sunday 10th • Wednesday 13th • Thursday 14th
Saturday 16th • Sunday 17th • Wednesday 20th • Thursday 21st
Saturday 23rd • Sunday 24th • Wednesday 27th • Thursday 28th
Saturday 30th • Sunday 31st

 

CANCELLATION POLICY - ONE TO ONE LESSONS

Demand is high for one to one private swimming lessons. Payment must be made in advance or at the time of booking. Cancellations must be made giving a minimum of 24 hours’ notice otherwise refunds/credits will not be given.